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Recognized as the elite junior receiver in the state, according to Cal-Hi Sports, Crawford caught 54 passes for 993 yards and 10 touchdowns last year and will be relied on for similar production for the Golden Knights to excel in the Angelus League

DOMINIC DAVIS, Alemany, RB/WR/DB, Sr.

A state finalist in the 100-meter dash, Davis used his breakaway speed to help the Warriors reach the Pac-5 Division semifinals last season and should have a more expanded role this year.

MALIK HENRY, Westlake, QB, Jr.

Among the most talented juniors in the country, Henry — who passes for 2,362 yards and 21 touchdowns last year — will have an opportunity to showcase his talents against one of the toughest schedules in program history, including matchups with Long Beach Poly and Mater Dei.

DARICK HOLMES, Newbury Park, RB/WR, Sr.

The Panthers plan to use the Arizona-bound Holmes in a variety of roles after he had more than 400 yards rushing, 400 yards receiving and 12 total touchdowns last season at Oaks Christian.

DESEAN HOLMES, Alemany, WR, Sr.

The USC commit is considered the state’s top receiving threat, according to Cal-Hi Sports. Holmes led the Warriors with 60 receptions for 1,219 yards and seven touchdowns last season.

TRENT IRWIN, Hart, WR, Sr.

One of the most reliable receivers in area history with 179 receptions, 3,294 yards and 35 touchdowns, Irwin has the potential to challenge state career records of 281 catches and 5,148 yards held by Canyon’s Drew Wolitarsky.

DYMOND LEE, Chaminade, WR/QB, Jr.

Will follow older brother Donovan in being a central figure in the Eagles’ offense. Lee caught 44 passes for 848 yards and nine touchdowns during Chaminade’s run to the Division II state title.

NICK MALDONADO, San Fernando, C/DT, Sr.

An integral part in the Tigers capturing back-to-back City Section Division II titles and winning 18 consecutive games, Maldonado’s experience will be crucial for San Fernando’s offense

BAR MILO, Chaminade, OL/DL, Sr.

One of the most fundamentally sound linemen in the state, the Miami-bound Milo was instrumental in the Eagles winning the Division II state title last year and will be challenged again in the newly formed Mission League

ZACH OKUN, Newbury Park, OL, Sr.

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A 6-foot-4, 315-pound force up front, the leadership of Okun — an Oregon commit — will be instrumental if Newbury Park is going to capture its first league championship since 2007.

KEVIN ROBLEDO, Westlake, K/P, Sr.

The returning Cal-Hi Sports all-state honoree has made 31 field goals the past two seasons, in addition to converting on all 43 extra-point attempts last year.

RENO ROSENE, Oaks Christian, OL, Sr.

A four-year standout for the Lions, the Duke commit is an imposing blocking presence at 6-foot-7, 340 pounds. He is the only link to Bill Redell’s previous coaching tenure at Oaks Christian.

CJ SANDERS, Notre Dame, WR, Sr.

The transfer from Brentwood Academy in Tennessee who has verbally committed to Notre Dame, Sanders is a big-play threat for the Knights as a receiver and a return specialist, scoring 17 touchdowns to go along with 52 catches for 734 yards last season.

MELQUISE STOVALL, Paraclete, RB/WR, Jr.

The catalyst for the Spirits’ run to the Mid-Valley Division final, Stovall rushed for 2,269 yards and 46 touchdowns. He’ll be the focal point of opposing defenses.

SIONE TAUFAHEMA, Alemany, OL/DT, Sr.

Along with Matt Crow, he will anchor a strong line corps in front of new quarterback Blake Green. Taufahema is one the state’s most talented run blockers.

BRADY WHITE, Hart, QB, Sr.

Led the Indians to a Northern Division title and the Division II regional final last season. White, an Arizona State commit, passed for 4,535 yards and 50 touchdowns.

JAMES WILLIAMS, Burbank, RB, Sr.

Had a program-record 22 rushing touchdowns and nearly set another Bulldogs mark with 1,469 yards. The Washington State commit helped Burbank reach the Southeast Division semifinals last year.

DEFENSE

ANDRE CHEVALIER, Oaks Christian, LB/RB, Sr.

The two-sport standout, who also plays for the Lions basketball team, Chevalier relied on his athleticism and great instincts to lead Oaks Christian with 76 tackles, to go along with three sacks.

DJ BEAVERS, Crespi, LB/RB, Sr.

In order for the Celts to challenge for a playoff berth in the Mission League, they will need strong production on the edge from Beavers, who had 55 tackles and three sacks last year.

JOHN CARROLL, St. Francis, LB/TE, Sr.

A talented tight end, who caught 49 passes for 694 yards and seven touchdowns as a junior, Carroll’s biggest contributions for the Golden Knights could come on defense, where he had 25 tackles and four sacks last year.

MATT CECIL, St. Genevieve, LB/RB, Sr.

A workhorse on offense for the Valiants, who rushed for 1,480 yards and 18 touchdowns, Cecil is also relentless in tracking down ball carriers, accumulating 100 tackles and four sacks last season.

RENO DEBREUIL, Westlake, LB/RB, Sr.

Recorded 87 tackles, three sacks and two interceptions for the Marmonte League champion Warriors last season. His energy and intensity at inside linebacker ignites Westlake’s defense.

AARON HAIGLER, Notre Dame, DE/OL, Sr.

One of the area’s most talented all-around athletes, the three-sport standout will be counted on contribute as both a pass rusher and pass blocker for the Knights.

NICO LIMA, Camarillo, DE/TE, Sr.

In order for the Scorpions to accelerate their learning curve in the new Camino League, they will rely heavily on Lima, who had 458 receiving yards and six touchdowns last season, in addition to being a strong pass rusher

MIKE LITTLE, Notre Dame, DB/WR, Sr.

If the ball is in the air, expect Little to be around it. The Knights’ two-way starter is one of the Mission League’s most experienced cornerbacks, in addition to accumulating 347 receiving yards and two touchdowns last season.

JOEL LOTH, Chaminade, DE/TE, Sr.

A member of state championship football and basketball teams, Loth’s competitive spirit and drive will again be important for the Eagles in a new league and playoff division.

ISAIAH RENFRO, Sierra Canyon, FS/WR, Sr.

The Washington-bound talent has the ability to impact the game on both sides, recording 71 receptions for 1,302 yards and 20 touchdowns, in addition to recording 55 tackles and an interception.

VAIMOE SEKONA, Crespi, DL/OL, Sr.

The three-year starter, who has 44 career tackles, commands respect from opponents on both sides of the ball. His footwork and agility have helped Sekona become one of the state’s top prospects at defensive tackle.

MARVELL TELL, Crespi, FS/WR, Sr.

A versatile defender, Tell has demonstrated he can hold his own in pass coverage and run defense for the Celts. He is the area’s top senior prospect, according to Cal-Hi Sports.

JAY JAY WILSON, Valencia, LB, Sr.

A playmaker who can deliver a big hit or come through with a timely pass deflection, Wilson also had 738 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns last year for the Vikings.